On April 26, Nippon Travel Agency released “Nanki Shirahama Onsen Trip by Panda Kuroshio,” a joint project with Adventure World and JR West Japan. The round-trip transportation will be provided by a chartered “Panda Kuroshio” train wrapped in a limited express Kuroshio, traveling on the Northern Freight Line in Hyogo Prefecture, which does not normally…
Month: May 2024
Three new sizes of “STAND UP” suitcases with 180-degree front opening and USB PD compatible charging ports.
In addition to the existing S size, three new sizes (SS, M, and L) will be available. They are available in deep black, light beige, and ash blue, with sizes and prices as follows. On May 7, KURUKURU launched a new size of “STAND UP” suitcase with front opening function from its travel brand “MAIMO….
Harmonyland to hold “Tottooki no Rainy Day” again this year. New artworks that can only be seen on rainy days will be on display.
Sanrio Entertainment will hold the event “Tottooki♪ no Rainy Day” at Harmonyland (5933 Fujiwara, Hidemi-gun, Oita Prefecture) from June 7 to July 9. This event is a continuation of last year’s event to enjoy the rainy season. The main program is a live show “Rainy Day ⾬⽇の出会い” featuring Hello Kitty, Kuromi, Kerokeroppi, and Cinnamoroll, all…
Imperial Hotel and Halekulani celebrate the 15th anniversary of their partnership. Limited menu and cakes with a touch of Hawaii.
The restaurant, bar/lounge, and hotel store will offer new menus supervised by Halekulani chefs, and the store will sell 15th anniversary products. Enjoy a menu co-created by the Imperial Hotel and Halekulani Roll cake commemorating the 15th anniversary “Sakura Tropical Mochi Roll” (3,800 yen), jointly developed by the pastry chefs of the two hotels, is…
Toyota to offer sightseeing tours around Odaiba and Aomi with the 3-wheel electric mobility vehicle “C+walk T” and voice guidance
Toyota Conic Pro will launch the “OSAMPO” demonstration test, a circular sightseeing service around the Odaiba and Aomi areas using Toyota’s C+walk T walking area electric vehicle and GPS-linked voice guidance, on May 12, in conjunction with the SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 event hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The demonstration test will begin on…
A system that makes everyone happy through water! Toward Sustainable Water Resources ｜ News & Media
Water is essential for human survival and economic activity. However, the world is now facing serious water shortages. Against this backdrop, JICA is promoting the creation of a system in which everyone can benefit from water in an equitable manner. This initiative, called “Integrated Water Resources Management,” is the “key” to achieving many of the…
Sumitomo Corporation Signs Loan Agreement for “Agricultural Sector Support Project” in Brazil (Overseas Investment and Loan) : Contributing to improving access to finance for the agricultural sector and small- and medium-sized micro businesses ｜ News & Media
On May 1, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a loan agreement with Banco Cooperativo Sicredi S.A. (Banco Sicredi), a Brazilian financial institution, for up to US$100 million to support the agricultural sector. This project was mentioned in the “Joint Statement on Further Strengthening the Strategic Global Partnership between Japan and Brazil” released after…
Grant Aid Gift Agreement Signed for Kenya: Contributing to Global Health with Kenya as a Hub ｜ News & Media
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Grant Agreement (G/A) with the Kenyan government in Nairobi, Kenya, on April 26 for a grant of up to 3.056 billion yen for the “Kenya Central Institute of Medical Sciences Research Enhancement Project. Infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria are among the top six health…
JR West “WEST EXPRESS Ginga” Kinan Course, July-September service information. Kyoto to Shingu is around 8,670 yen one way.l
JR West Japan has announced details of the sightseeing train “WEST EXPRESS Ginga” Kinan Course for July through September, including an outline of the train’s operation and special offers. Operating period: July 1 – September 25, 2024 (21 round trips based on departure date from the first station) Service section: Kyoto – Shingu Station Train…
Koji Inoue’s “Hints for Railway Travel”] Sometimes you can’t get out of the ticket gates? Be careful not to straddle the area with a transportation system IC card.
In principle, the use of transportation system IC cards must be completed within an area. For example, a check of Suica’s area on JR East’s website shows that it can be used in the Tokyo metropolitan area, Sendai, Niigata, Morioka, Aomori, and Akita areas. The mutual use of Suica is also applicable to other JR…